Previous faces of the league earned that position by frequently playing into June. That’s what Tatum is after. So, as the conversation continues around him, Tatum keeps adding to a résumé that would already usher him into the Hall of Fame — and he turns 27 next week. “I don’t really want to insert myself in things that can be debated,” Tatum said. “Did he win a championship? Yes. Did he win gold medals? Yes. Was he always a part of winning seasons? Was he first team all-NBA? Those are things that you know are hard evidence. Yes or no. Face of the NBA? They can always debate. But it’s like, I check off all the boxes.”